Tag: #ukmmarineengineering

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(a) Describe, with the aid of a Strain versus Time diagram how a creep test is carried out to determine the strain rate of the material under test (6) (b) Explain EACH of the stages sketched in the diagram in part (a) (4) Materials Mar 2021 (Q2)

EK General mar 2021 (Q1)

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Describe EACH of the following properties of materials: (a) Strength (2) (b) Hardness (2) (c) Ductility (2) (d) Toughness (2) (e) Brittleness (2) Materials Mar 2021 (Q1)

EK General Dec 2020 (Q8)

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(a) The International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention, is commonly referred to as the ISM code. Explain the objectives of ISM and how they are achieved (5) (b) List FIVE emergency scenarios for which contingency plans may be developed under ISM with respect to the engine room. (5)…

EK Motor Jul 2020 (Q9)

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With reference to turbocharger systems: (a) Describe how performance of the system is monitored and how the information gathered is used to assess performance; (8) (b) Describe the arrangements for maintaining the systems in good condition. (8) Scavenging & Turbocharger Jul 2020 (Q9)

EK General Dec 2020 (Q7)

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(a) State the possible causes for EACH of the following auxiliary diesel engine lubricating oil sample results: (i) high acidity; (2) (ii) high sediment content; (2) (iii) excessive water content; (2) (iv) fuel dilution. (2) (b) Explain which of the results in Q(a) would give greatest concern. (2) Lubricating oil & system Dec 2020 (Q7)

EK General Dec 2020 (Q6)

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(a) Sketch an oily water separator that complies with current MARPOL regulations. (5) (b) Describe a monitoring system that ensures that the oil discharge content is below the recommended maximum and that logs and retains data. Also mention any other measures to ensure that illegal discharges are prohibited. (5) Bilge, OWS & ORB Dec 2020…

EK General Dec 2020 (Q5)

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With reference to centrifugal pumps: (a) sketch a double entry impeller showing directions of flow; (3) (b) explain why double entry impellers are fitted; (2) (c) explain, with the aid of a Head versus Flow diagram, why a two speed pump is preferable to throttling where high and low capacities are demanded for a large…

EK General Dec 2020 (Q4)

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With reference to main thrust block arrangements: (a) Explain how the tilting pads assist in the formation of an oil wedge; (2) (b) Describe the actions that may be taken if upon inspection the pads are found to be: (i) Lightly scored; (2) (ii) Wiped; (2) (c) Explain how the thrust clearance may be measured,…

EK General Dec 2020 (Q3)

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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of electrical remote monitoring and control systems compared to pneumatic systems. (10) Control system Dec 2020 (Q3)

EK General Dec 2020 (Q2)

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